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Ovolo Laneways Melbourne
Melbourne CBD, Melbourne
Boutique-hotel penthouse
The two-bedroom Memphis Penthouse at Laneways by Ovolo.
Laneways by Ovolo is a boutique hotel at 19 Little Bourke Street, and its named penthouse category is the Memphis Penthouse. Ovolo's official room information describes two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a separate lounge, an expansive terrace, city views and a four-person outdoor spa.
The design-led suite is a genuine penthouse option within a hotel rather than a private apartment. Its playful Memphis-inspired interior and terrace distinguish it from conventional CBD suites. The official hotel website currently states that Laneways by Ovolo will cease operations on 31 August 2026, so travellers should rely on live availability and current communications before making plans.
What distinguishes this accommodation
The Memphis Penthouse is unusually specific: it combines two bedrooms and two bathrooms with an outdoor terrace, spa and a colourful, character-led design. This is different from a neutral serviced apartment or a view-led residential tower penthouse.
Who this stay may suit
The suite may suit up to four guests according to Ovolo's published hotel FAQ, particularly friends, two couples or a small family who value distinctive interiors and the theatre end of the CBD. The announced closure makes current-date availability the essential first check.
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Little Bourke Street beside theatres, Chinatown and Carlton’s edge.
The hotel sits near the eastern end of Little Bourke Street, close to Her Majesty's Theatre, Princess Theatre, Chinatown and Parliament House. Carlton Gardens and Fitzroy Gardens provide green-space alternatives beyond the dense CBD grid, while Collins Street and Bourke Street connect back toward the central shopping area.
This location is particularly useful for theatre-focused visits. Compare other active options through the Melbourne CBD accommodation guide and two-bedroom accommodation collection.
Nearby Melbourne
Theatre district energy with gardens at the edge of the city.
Evening plans can centre on the theatres and Chinatown, while daytime walks can extend to Carlton Gardens, Melbourne Museum or Fitzroy Gardens. Federation Square and Flinders Lane are farther south. The Melbourne activities guide connects these eastern-city attractions with other precincts.
Getting around
Parliament Station is the nearest major rail station for many journeys, and trams operate along Bourke, Collins and nearby north–south streets. Walking is practical for theatres and Chinatown. Check current Public Transport Victoria services and any special-event disruptions.
Frequently asked questions.
Is the Memphis Penthouse a genuine penthouse suite?
Yes. Ovolo lists it as a two-bedroom penthouse suite within the Laneways hotel.
What is the documented layout?
The official room page lists two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a separate lounge and an expansive terrace.
Does it have city views and a spa?
Ovolo lists city views and a four-person outdoor spa on the terrace.
How many guests does Ovolo list for the penthouse?
The hotel's published FAQ lists four people for its two-bedroom and terrace/penthouse categories.
Is Laneways by Ovolo continuing to operate?
Ovolo's official website states that the hotel will cease operations on 31 August 2026. Check live availability and current hotel communications before planning a stay.
Where is it located?
The address is 19 Little Bourke Street near Melbourne's theatre district, Chinatown and the edge of Carlton.